Martini Madness: 17 Best Martini Recipes

There's something about sipping your cocktail from a long-stemmed martini glass, which is why we have so many martini variations beyond the classic recipe of gin, vermouth, and bitters. Nowadays, this cocktail is more of a format than a specific drink  a mix of liquors, liqueurs, and flavorings shaken with ice and strained into the iconic cone-shaped glass. Unconventional flavors are part of the fun! These drink recipes showcase the delicious versatility of our era's martini madness.

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Ritz-Carlton Peach Pomegranate Martini

This sweet sensation, composed mainly of pomegranate vodka and peach schnapps, was originally created at The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia, but has since traveled to the menus at several different Ritz-Carltons, including The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, and The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common. It's a favorite in the winter months that pairs well with a holiday menu.

The Peninsula S'mores Martini

Gather 'round the fire for this toasty treat from the bar at the Peninsula Chicago. The dessert-worthy combination of butterscotch schnapps, Godiva chocolate liquer, and marshmallow Fluff, will make you feel like a kid again.